I do too...just didn't video that part!

Some foul language helps with that

Thank you for saying so Billy...your comment is much appreciated

Not entirely accurate. You only need 1.5s on the cross screws if its not going through the ledger into a band joist. 3s around here anyways are very rarely used. Only some decks that require some engineering. 2.5s are fine on the cross holes when its going through the ledger.

thanks Tony

yeah we use to use 2x2 for a ledge years ago and they worked fine

they dont stay on the mark or I would use them

It's all good on the Corner!

the storm stayed to the east of us....Thanks Waterbug

Morning Brother...I got all the hangers installed and ready to drop the joists....got two new tires and ready to ride today!

@@RuffCut Morning!!! Heck Yeah!! Very Cool, have a great ride, I sure do miss doing that!!

Robert, are you telling me if we have a hoedown at the cabin we might be in trouble??? :)

@@RuffCut anything under 1000lbs per square foot, your good. Lol

@@rheidtech haaha we're good...running bout 300 per 2 square feet lol

Here's the correct screws to use in the application: www.homedepot.com/p/Simpson-Strong-Tie-10-x-2-1-2-in-1-4-Hex-Drive-Strong-Drive-SD-Connector-Screw-100-Pack-SD10212R100-R/206101776 Just learned this myself. I've done a job or two before just using exterior screws, but this is the proper screw to use. You need the 2.5" screws to go in the joist, but you can use 1.5" to attach the hanger to the ledger board. Good luck with your projects!

Thanks...and you're Welcome

yeah for me it depends on if I have help or if i am mounting to a beam. Thank you Jeff...looking to see what the metal contraption is!

Rough Cut Homestead I’ll get that out this weekend Mr. Duke

it works pretty good!

Yes Sir....first thing we re going to do is get a family picture and fry fish..... Lord's blessings Bro. Paul

Thank you!

you can use them

They also add a little strength since they are on an angle. Definitely should be used.

check and see if your joists measure the same top to bottom...some measurements vary with pressure treated lumber Thanks

I bet you will do just fine!

need blocks for left hand and right hand twist!

I addressed the issue in the video

Structural screws can be used. Nails are the common structural method as they support weights better. This type of screw is not for load bearing.

Yes Sir good advice

Thanks Larry

the lumber I'm using came from one stack and they measured all the same...but yeah they can vary....I have some beams in the porch and can't screw from the backside...that hammer has two ball bearings in the claw that are spring loaded!

Thanks

yeah sometimes you can't use the second method when attached to a beam...Thanks Drew

you don' know what you're looking at

Yes Sir...got a lot of joists to set now that the hangers are in place....Thanks Reaper

Thanks Duane

yes

lol when I hear that I know its coming from an electrician trainee

@@RuffCut actually, a jack of all trades looking to master at least one 😂

@@lalva5798 anytime you hammer in the prongs it moves the hanger off the mark

@@RuffCut maybe my skills are at another level 🤣

you're Welcome

yes

it makes a tighter fit if the jig is not there

you're welcome John !

they can vary especially with pressure treated lumber....when you buy lumber and it comes from the same stack its usually the same....its a good idea to look at the boards before you mount the hangers

make a video and show me how

Well, that is what I was doing at first, nailing the clips into place, but honestly, they were slipping out and didn't seem very effective. So I like his version better: screw first and then you can nail the clips into place.

@Thrift Diving I find it way easier using them. Once nailed, you no longer need a piece of wood for placement. Hold it and start a screw on either side. Also I depends on how much space you have. I did that in a crawlspace and made everything super easy

It should be if you nail two together but don't know how far apart your piers are...they have that info on the internet...I can't tell you for sure

You're welcome!

If you watched the video you would see I didnt advise to use these screws

I discussed that in the video

Yet they'll hold for 100 years.

Them screws are going nowhere for long after you and I are long gone.. Only pedantic building inspectors insist on ring shank galvanised nails

they have load charts for different size hangers

@@RuffCut I'm going to build bunk beds in my Skoolie and was wanting to use these mounted to 4x4s. The chart says 480lbs so it should be fine.

you are almost right

@@RuffCut I know they have screws that can be used which are equivalent to nails now but, I wouldn't use them. The simpson joist screws are another story. They look solid AF

Watch the video and you'll figure it out

You win the turkey!

You win a chicken dinner!

Yes, you are correct. On the box of the joist hanger it will tell you what screws or nails to use. I wouldn't call this a terrible demo. That's being mean for no reason. The tip about squaring them up was exactly what I needed since I was having a heck of a time getting my joist hangers on (first timer). But I do agree that the 2.5 Simpson Strong Tie screws are used to toenail the joist hangers, as well as 1.5" Simpson Strong Tie screws for the other 4 slots.